FEMA releases Exercise Starter Kit to help agencies conduct COVID-19 transition workshops
The kit helps agencies navigate the complexities of returning to full operations and prepare for other significant events during the pandemic
EMS providers participate in study of frontline workers' virus risk
The CovidWatch research project plans to follow more than 200 frontline workers for six months to understand their work-related risks
First responders participate in study of virus risk
The CovidWatch research project plans to follow more than 200 front-line workers for six months to understand their work-related risks
2 EMS providers, 1 civilian injured in multi-vehicle crash with ambulance, fire station
Officials say a total of four vehicles, including the ambulance, were involved in the crash
Preventive mental health precautions will help EMS settle into the new normal
Studies from the SARS outbreak in 2003 reveal first responders may be more at risk for PTS due to quarantine and stigmatization
Multiple firefighters suffer 'significant injuries' in explosion in Los Angeles
LAFD: 11 firefighters “down” in a mayday event at a one-story commercial building fire near downtown's Skid Row